Job Overview
Start your New Year off with a bang and join a committed and supportive team of hospitality professionals at the Riverview Tavern. The Riverview Tavern has experienced major growth in food in the last year, and we are looking to expand this offering in 2026 with plans for weekend breakfast. A major refurbishment was completed in 2024, and our kitchen is fitted out with new modern equipment. We are searching for a Head Chef who will lead and continue to grow our food offering and set our culinary team up for success. This role requires working closely with the Hotel Manager to achieve the best outcomes for our valued customers and business.
Responsibilities
* Lead, guide, and grow the current kitchen team.
* Be a hands‑on leader, cool, calm, and collected to ensure a smooth coordinated service while maintaining quality and efficiency.
* Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including stock ordering, stock control, and minimising stock losses.
* Conduct and co‑ordinate monthly food stocktakes in conjunction with the Hotel Manager.
* Roster staff and develop a variety of menus, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, all‑day dining, snack menus, and daily specials.
* Maintain and control all aspects of the hotel's food safety control plan.
* Have full knowledge and understanding of Standard 3.2.2A.
* Ensure that the Lillywhite Hotel Group culinary standards are adhered to and maintained.
Qualifications
* Trade industry qualification in commercial cookery.
* Minimum 5 years of industry experience.
Benefits
* The rewards of working for a family‑owned company.
* Working in a venue situated with waterfront views and unique surroundings that inspire and motivate your creative cooking style.
* Opportunity to put forward new ideas and processes to improve overall operations.
* A rewarding salary with work‑life balance hours.
How to Apply
To apply for this amazing opportunity please provide a covering letter outlining your skills, abilities and qualities along with your resume with up‑to‑date information and job history. Apply via Seek or send your resume and cover letter directly to Amber Bax via email **********@lhgroup.com.au.
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